Furniture Making

If you make anything at all from wood then you need to "brand them little doggies partner". You may be into cabinet making, wood turning, wood plaques, shelves, furniture, bird houses,...

Homemade bees wax furniture polish is easy to make and is a great alternative to silicone polish. I use the bees wax polish to redo antique furniture to avoid the unnatural texture the silicone...

Many homeowners find that over time their furniture becomes mismatched or faded in color. Staining wood furniture is a simple process that can give any homeowner a nice set of matching and...

A piano hinge is a long hinge that is generally made of stainless steel or brass, which reduce the chances of the lightweight hinge corroding and becoming inoperable. Although the piano hinge...

You know there is a baby one on the way, and you are looking for the perfect gift. A rather easy and thoughtful gift can be creating a lamp that will match the baby's new nursery. With a lamp kit,...

Barbie dolls are known for their many accessories, especially when it comes to clothes. If the clutter becomes too much, you can buy an expensive Barbie closet made from plastic and cardboard to...

There are several ways you can make a fashion doll dining chair. It all comes down to how much time and money you want to spend on the project. If you're making the chair for a child to use, it's...

Drill bits are bladed tools, just like knives. While those blades might be tiny, they are still essential to the drill and need to be kept sharp. A dull drill bit makes the drill work harder,...

How to protect your stained wood against the elements of the weather. Applying a clear coat finish to the wood so it can be used outside without damage.

Painting round cylinder objects such spindles always presents the issue of stability. Basically, the cylinder object you are trying to paint wants to roll away on you. You place it against a wall...

Stained glass is a very beautiful art form that has been admired for centuries. Many people are fortunate to own this beautiful form of art. If you lucky enough to own stained glass you can easily...

All of your plants have always been different heights. The little plants have always received enough light even though the tall plants were sort of blocking the light. Now it seems that the...

You can upholster a storage ottoman with the same techniques you would use to upholster a headboard or any flat piece of furniture. The only difference is that you will need to cover your staples...

Change out those nasty kitchen chair seats that are covered with food stains! In a matter of minutes, your chairs will be reupholstered and look new again!

A while back, I got a new coffee table. The old one's wooden top needed refinished due to my lack of coaster usage for many years, but the base was still nice and very solid. I can't bear to...

This is a creative way of making an improvised cabinet in your home to put small and big things. This is also a great project for students in their Home Economic class. Students also who stayed in...

An easy, eco-friendly way of creating your own personalized bookcase is to use old cardboard slip sheets or boxes and a hot glue gun. Cardboard is surprisingly strong when layered and can hold...

A coffee table can be easy to make. This instruction adds a shelf in the coffee table of "Design 2" which is basically a table with two rectangular boards for legs. These steps can be...

Do you have a piece of furniture that would work if it didn’t have those stains, scratches, or marks? Are you on a budget and need to reclaim a salvage piece? Do you have bedroom furniture that is...

Coffee tables are one of the easiest furniture to make. These easy instructions adds a lower shelf to design 1, a basic design described in ehow article, “Build a Simple Coffee Table - Design 1...

If your child enjoys pretending to be a pirate, you can help him or her make a pirate's chest. This treasure chest can then be filled with fake gold coins, fake jewelry or some kind of treat. You...

It is good to know how to glue wood to plastic if you are making a repair involving the two. Or, as seen in the photo above, making mixed media furniture or art is much easier (and more durable)...

Explains how to make an easy wall shelf.

This is a quick way to sharpen up any bedroom and change the look with very little effort.

Antler chandeliers are a natural way to decorate your home. Male deer grow and shed their antlers each year; which means that an antler chandelier can be made without hurting the male deer. Use as...

RTA (Ready To Assemble) furniture is becoming more and more popular as a decorating and storage option. Understanding these basic concepts can help ready you to assemble this new type of furniture...

Crystal chandeliers are a beautiful, classic addition to any home. However, glass or crystal chandeliers can cost thousands of dollars. An inexpensive way to create a beautiful chandelier is to...

American Girl dolls are available in fictional characters from history or can be personalized with a wide variety of skin tones and hair and eye colors. The American Girl collection also includes...

This project uses a miter box and miter saw to form the 90-degree angle of the cabinet door moulding. It is a beginner's project that will acquaint the woodworker with mitering. It is an...

Antler lights can add an outdoor, cabin-like feel to any home. If this is the kind of decor that you would like in your home, consider creating your own antler chandelier. If you can find deer...

You can change the entire look of your house by recreating your lighting arrangements. Making your own paper Chinese lantern will soften hard edges, creating a relaxing atmosphere for you and your...

Making a lamp for your home can be a fun and creative way to add personal design to any setting. It is also a longer lasting and less expensive method of furnishing a home. A homemade wood lamp...

A humidor is an essential item for any cigar lover, as it's necessary to store multiple cigars for a long period of time. However, the cost of a wooden humidor can be prohibitive, often in the...

Creating a homemade lunchbox can be a quick, budget-friendly craft. Creating lunch boxes can be as easy as using things around your house, such as a coffee can or an old money box.

Milk crate containers are versatile interlocking boxes. The boxes are usually square or rectangular with square grids for the sides and bottom. At one time, these crates were made for carrying...

If you've read any of my articles by now, you're seeing a common thread going through most of them, if not all -- it's that stretching the bucks is an ongoing theme of mine. As far as decorating...

If you are looking to save costs by reducing your electric bill this coming summer, this will work. It is a homemade fan that with the aid of a breeze will cool your home. Can Easily be put up and...

Have you made a great thrift or antique store find and bought vintage furniture? Perhaps you have a family piece of vintage furniture that is just a bit worn. While you can paint vintage furniture...

Sectional sofas can add a lot of comfortable seating to a room, especially if the sectional sofa makes good use of the available space. If you'd like a sectional sofa that has just the size,...

Whether you are reupholstering a fabric chair out of necessity or just because you want to, you will achieve great satisfaction from the finished product. Reupholster a fabric chair from your home...

The beauty of many antique tables is hidden away under a faded, worn layer of old paint or stain. A truly lovely gem may be just a day away with a little elbow grease and tender loving care. The...

Building a bench for your bedroom can add beauty, additional seating and valuable storage space. Place your storage bench at the end of your bed or use it as a window seat. Storage benches are...

Lamps are a great accessory for any room. Besides just being functional to divert the light, a lampshade can be made with certain decorations, cutouts, colors and shapes to stand out for any...

When purchasing bookshelves you are restricted to manufacturer sizes and cost. When you make your own bookshelves from ropes, you can decide how big you want them to be and where you want them to...

PVC pipe doesn't make for the most attractive table, but it is easy to assemble, inexpensive and durable. A PVC table is great for outdoor use, utility, and temporary use while you look for new...

Here is a cheap but nice looking way to make a wood shelf unit.

Specifically what you need is Leather & Vinyl dye or paint from a manufacturer such as Colorbond, Parasol Inc., or Rustoleum. The dye will penetrate rather than stick to the product and won't...

"How to Build a Deacon Seat Bench" If you have read some of my other articles you will see that I specialize in creating simple plans and designs for robust wooden furniture. Some of the designs...

As a cub scount mom, I have had several opportunities to go camping. Without a truck or SUV, what we take is very important as space is at a premium in my small car. I came across this table in my...

Building a bed for your child or toddler can be a fulfilling experience for the whole family. Create a supplies list, a woodworking plan and select a pattern. Make sure you choose a design for the...